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Manuel "Manny" Acosta

Redondo Beach,CA

Summary

Seasoned Vice President with a proven track record in strategic planning, financial management and team leadership. Skilled at implementing operational improvements to drive productivity and profit growth. Demonstrated abilities in fostering positive relationships with stakeholders, partners, and clients while delivering high-impact business results. Known for problem-solving acumen, innovative thinking, and strong communication skills.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

VP Production Operations

MBS Media Campus
Manhattan Beach, California
10.1998 - Current
  • Responsible for studio budgets and re-forecasting.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts for services, products, and supplies.
  • Supervised all studio departments to facilitate smooth daily operations involving engineering, maintenance, janitorial, security, stage managers, IT/telecom, and grip and lighting departments.
  • Coordinated special projects including studio events and employee appreciation initiatives.
  • Collaborated with executive team on strategic company-wide decisions.
  • Spearheaded customer service enhancements while ensuring quality standards.
  • Advised senior executives on strategies for resolving complex operational issues.
  • Formulated policies that boosted operational efficiency and productivity.
  • Founded and expanded the largest grip and lighting rental company.

Stage Manager

South Bay Studios
Long Beach, California
02.1996 - 09.1998
  • Studio liaison managing productions, filming on stage.
  • Submitted quotes to productions for grip and lighting, negotiating rates and deals with clients.
  • Ensured the studio facility was operational for productions, and made sure they had a great experience.
  • Made sure grip and lighting orders were delivered to the stage in a timely manner.
  • Assisted the owner of the studio by working on personal projects and productions that they produced.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing And Management

Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing And Management

Citrus College
Glendora, CA

Skills

  • Vendor negotiation
  • Operational efficiency
  • Contract management
  • Project coordination
  • Customer service
  • Strategic planning
  • Event planning
  • Budget management
  • Team leadership
  • Studio operations
  • Complex problem solving
  • Employee training
  • Staff recruiting and retainment
  • CRM software
  • Client relationship building
  • Operations management
  • Event networking
  • Critical thinking
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Rules and regulations

Timeline

VP Production Operations

MBS Media Campus
10.1998 - Current

Stage Manager

South Bay Studios
02.1996 - 09.1998

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing And Management

Pasadena City College

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing And Management

Citrus College

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